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Charlotte Helston
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Charlotte Helston grew up in Armstrong and after four years studying writing at the University of Victoria, she came back to do what she loves most: Connect with the community and bringing its stories to life.
Covering Vernon for iNFOnews.ca has reinforced her belief in community. The people and the stories she encounters every day—at the courthouse, City Hall or on the street—show the big tales in a small town.
If you have an opinion to share or a story you'd like covered, contact Charlotte at Charlotte Helston or call 250-309-5230.
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Man found guilty in brutal 2014 assault at Vernon bar
VERNON – A man has been convicted of aggravated assault in relation to a brutal…
Vernon homeless survey finds more people sleeping outside due to housing, wage issues
VERNON – An in-depth homeless survey found 33 people sleeping outside in Vernon this week.…
No pocket change, no problem: Vernon introduces pay by phone option
VERNON – You’ll be able to pay for parking using your smart phone by the…
Vernon School District working to improve employee safety following asbestos contamination
VERNON – The Vernon School District has taken steps to improve employee safety following a…
Cuts at wildfire base ignite housing concerns in the Shuswap
SALMON ARM – Cutbacks at the Rapattack base in Salmon Arm are driving up concerns…
RCMP conclude sexual assault investigation in North Okanagan, assure residents there is no threat
NORTH OKANAGAN – Police have completed a sexual assault investigation in Coldstream and determined residents…
Tire conditions may have contributed to Salmon Arm car crash
SALMON ARM – Road conditions coupled with the condition of the car’s tires may have…
Shortage of ultrasound techs having an impact at Vernon Jubilee Hospital
VERNON – A province-wide shortage of ultrasound technologists is being felt in Vernon. An ultrasound…
Vernon School District fined for putting workers’ health and safety at risk
VERNON – The Vernon School District has been slapped with a hefty fine for not…
‘It’s pretty traumatic’: Vernon man has been first on scene of two fatal accidents
VERNON – Being the first person on the scene of a bad accident is an…
UPDATE: North Okanagan car crash claims a life
VERNON – A man is dead following a car crash this afternoon in Vernon. Police…
Woman approached, pushed to the ground by lone man in North Okanagan
VERNON – Police are investigating what they believe to be a sexually motivated assault in…
Judge sides with North Okanagan man who stabbed driver trying to save girlfriend in bizarre case
VERNON – A man who punched through a car window and stabbed the driver with…
Here’s how much Vernon’s infamous Stickle Road ‘odyssey’ is costing taxpayers
"BY THE TIME THIS RIDICULOUS ODYSSEY IS OVER THESE MOUNTING CONSULTATION EXPENSES MAY BE MORE…
Shuswap heritage site suffers setback after thief makes off with specialty lumber
VERNON – A Shuswap thief appears to have a rather expensive, and particular, taste when…
Vernon woman takes the lead in gruelling race the length of five Ironmans
"SHE'S STRONGER THAN MOST WOMEN AND SHE'S STRONGER THAN MOST MEN" VERNON – Unstoppable may…
Vernon officials hope new location will make community policing office more accessible
VERNON – Vernon’s Community Policing Office is moving to a more high profile location. Vernon…
Thefts from vehicles have a domino effect on other crimes in Vernon
VERNON – A single wallet left in a car can result in Vernon police officers…
Backyard chicken owners can add another hen to their flock in Vernon
VERNON – New rules mean more eggs in the backyard basket for Vernon chicken owners.…
Simple online survey will let Vernon politicians know how you want your tax dollars spent
VERNON – Less than one per cent of the population has participated so far in…
Vernon man asks city to give rainbow crosswalk the green light
VERNON – Vernon council has been asked to endorse a rainbow crosswalk in the downtown…
Vernon woman acknowledged for nearly 30 years of picking up litter
VERNON – A Vernon woman earned heartfelt applause this afternoon at city hall as she…
Suspect breaks into Vernon love boutique, steals four bottles of discounted lube
VERNON – A downtown Vernon business isn’t feeling the love today. Barbara Harvey, the owner…
Don’t rush the bus: North Okanagan school bus drivers frustrated by ‘nonchalant’ drivers
NORTH OKANAGAN – Drivers blasting past school busses is becoming an increasing concern in the…